1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2010 Proton Satria
To start off, 2010 Proton Satria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 361 kg more than 2010 Proton Satria.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Zafira | 2010 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Zafira | Satria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
